Khuvsgul Lake Ice Festival & Tsaatan Tour
Each year in March, residents of Mongolia’s Khövsgöl Lake area celebrate the Khövsgöl Ice Festival with horse-drawn sleighs, elaborate ice sculptures, traditional food and vibrant competitions including ice skating, ice sumo wrestling, tug of war, ice ger building and dog sledding – all on the dark blue ice of the frozen lake. During the Festival, the lake after becomes a frozen playground for locals and visitors alike. For the occasion, participants dress up in their own colourful, traditional costumes that represent the country’s different regions where they hail from. Here you can witness the traditions and lifestyles of Mongolian reindeer herders who descend to the lake from their taiga homeland, while local shamans perform their rituals with a fire-burning ceremony. With our 10 days tour, you will enjoy a full experience of the Khuvsgul Lake and Northern region of Mongolia. First with the Ice Festival and its festivities, continuing by the Tsaatan communities and their reindeers.
12-Day Self-Drive Khuvsgul Lake Tour
Experience the beauty of Mongolia countryside on this unique 12-day self-drive tour through the Central Mongolia and the Khuvsgul Lake. Perfect for adventure seekers and independent travelers, this journey offers the freedom to explore the landscapes at your own pace, while we provide you with everything you need—4x4 vehicles equipped with roof tents, camping gear, and a thoughtfully designed itinerary that ensures you won’t miss any destinations. Embark on our 12-day self-drive adventure through Mongolia's northern landscapes. From the stunning shores of Khuvsgul Lake—often referred to as the "Blue Pearl of Mongolia"—to the relaxing Tsenkher Hot Springs and the cultural richness of Amarbayasgalant Monastery, this tour combines breathtaking natural beauty with an authentic cultural experience. Traveling at your own pace, you'll have the freedom to explore majestic lakes, mountains, and wilderness, all while camping under the open sky. Highlights : * Self-Drive Vehicle: 4x4 car with a roof tent, sleeping bags, cooking gear, and camping essentials. * Itinerary Planning: A pre-designed route that covers the best sites and experiences, including maps, recommended stops, and local tips. * Khuvsgul Lake: Spend time at the serene and picturesque Khuvsgul Lake, Mongolia's largest freshwater lake. * Terkhiin White Lake & Khorgo Volcano: Visit the striking Terkhiin White Lake and the volcanic landscape of the Khorgo crater. * Tsenkher Hot Springs: Soak in the therapeutic hot springs surrounded by lush nature. * Amarbayasgalant Monastery: End the tour with a cultural stop at one of Mongolia's most revered Buddhist monasteries. * Flexible, Independent Travel: Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace, with emergency support available 24/7. * Support: One service car will follow you with your local guide and a cook
Tsaatan Reindeer and Khuvsgul Lake Tour
With this 12 days tour you will embark for an unforgettable and rich adventure to the Darkhad Valley, west of the Huvsgul Lake. This is the land of Tsaatan people, reindeers herders, and of Shamans. During the summer, they move their camps higher in the mountains and we will have to ride horses to join them and spend some time in their camp. You will enjoy and admire the rich green steppes of the Northern regions of Mongolia, and the fresh waters of Lake Khuvsgul, Blue Pearl. And during the winter, they go down near the village and lake of Tsagaanuur.
